MAIN OBJECTIVE - BUILD A DOCTOR-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP
Would the doctor who appear only on your day of procedure care about you and your result ?
History Taking
Our doctor will take a detail history regarding
• your hair loss: onset and progress
• family history of hair loss
• medication and allergy
• general health
Physical Examination
He will examine your scalp and hair, checking:
• extent and hair characters in the bald area
• quality and quantity of donor hair
• any associated skin disease
Make A Diagnosis
• No treatment will work unless the problem is known
• The doctor will try to make a diagnosis of your problem
Treatment Plan
He will discuss the pros and cons of the various options:
• medical treatment e.g. Finasteride & Minoxidil
• surgical treatment e.g. hair transplant
Patient Selection
Doctor will not offer hair transplant unless:
• good result can be anticipated
• patient's expectation is reasonable and achievable
• adequate donor hair
• no other contraindication such as chronic disease, immunosuppression etc.
Hairline Design & Area To Be Covered
• He will design a hairline best suit your look
• discuss the density for coverage
• measure the exact area for transplant
• estimate the total number of grafts
Explain The Procedure & Postop Care
He will discuss in detail:
• how the procedure is done
• how many day off after the procedure
• general care after surgery
• when to resume sports and daily activities
• possible complications and the management
• what to expect after procedure
Answer Your Questions
• The cause of hair loss will be discussed
• The doctor will attempt to address any of your concerns regarding treatment plan
